Cervical Cancer on Shine

And now the guidelines for cervical cancer screenings have changed. What's going on?

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While the well-publicized controversy over revised recommendations for the onset and frequency of mammograms is still being batted around by women, their doctors, government officials, and cancer organizations, more news has been released about changed guidelines for another popular cancer screening for women.

New HPV drugs approved for boys and girls

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Since we're all sick of hearing about the Swine Flu vaccine, let's switch it up. How do you feel about the recent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine news?

Last week, the

When you've got six months to live: 3 tips for living each day as if it could be your last

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In the matter of 2 hours, I met 2 different people who’d been told they have 6 months to live. In their presence, I felt all of my worries, issues, and concerns fall by the wayside. These people know the true value of each and every moment. I…

Why I just got the Gardasil shot

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A few weeks ago I got the Gardasil shot to protect myself against Human Papillomavirus (HPV). No, I don't sleep around--I've been in a committed relationship for nearly two years, but I still want protection. Yes, I am technically too old to get the shot--I'm 28 and the vaccine has only…

Would He Get an HPV Vaccination to Protect You? Um, No

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Would your guy get an HPV vaccination to reduce his risk of passing on the virus to you, and in the process, help protect you from cervical cancer? Definitely, right? Well, oddly, most guys say no thanks to that idea. Crazy? Selfish? Uncaring? You decide.

Save yourself: Safety First!

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To be truthful, I was a seventeen year old pregnant girl. I turned eighteen a couple of days after I was pregnant. I was dumb and naive about sex. I really thought I wouldn't get pregnant. I really thought there was no chance I would ever get an STD. Luckily I never did get a STD but I did get…

The Big Day: Jade Goody's Wedding (Photos)

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Cancer-stricken Jade Goody , who has only weeks to live, wanted to make her dream wedding come true and she's…

Fight against cervical cancer.

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This is to the ladies out there who might read this. Please please please don't forget that when you're scheduling appointments, you need to make one with your gynecologist. I know it's not fun. It downright sucks most of the time. I had a doctor's appointment today and had to…

Ask Dr. Kate: Does the pill increase your risk of cervical cancer?

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Dear Dr. Kate,

I have been on the Pill since the age of 18, and I am now 23. I requested the pill due to the fact I have extremely painful and long periods.

The...

Sexually Active Woman -- this is for YOU!

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www.slumberpartiesbydianajerome.com What if I told you that soon we could virtually eliminate cervical cancer? It's true. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a vaccine that could prevent many, if not most, cases of cervical cancer. The vaccine, Gardisil, was successful in...